Posted by combatwombat09 on 07/14/17 - 4:20 PM
#1
I have an opportunity to buy a decently priced 50hp four stroke Honda Outboard for my 13ft Boston Whaler. Will it work? Will it be too heavy? The model number is BF50A and the dry weight is 214 lbs.
Posted by Whaler36340 on 07/14/17 - 7:07 PM
#2
A new 40hp Mercury is 260 pounds so I would go for it if it were me. Can you have too much power? I have seen a 50hp outboard on a 14' Jon boat, and it looked FUN!
Add the extra weight to the back of your boat and see if it sits too low in the water. I would also think you need to make sure your transom is in good condition.
Posted by Joe Kriz on 07/14/17 - 7:26 PM
#3
Don't let the Mercury website fool you.
I suggest everyone read the fine print on the weight when dealing with Mercury.
216 pounds is for the 40hp SHORT SHAFT 15 inch motor, dry weight, and *lightest model available.
https://www.mercurymarine.com/en/us/e...ifications
Good Luck and let us know how it works for you.